Ethiopia Bans Single-Use Plastic Bags

Plastic waste has become a global headache, with its two main types: biodegradable and non-biodegradable. Causing varying levels of environmental trouble. Non-biodegradable plastics, like single-use bags, can linger in the environment for centuries, while biodegradable ones, if poorly managed, can still wreak havoc. The world has rallied around reducing plastic waste with bans, recycling, and awareness campaigns. But where does Ethiopia fit into this picture?

The Global Plastic Problem